PowerGistics DESKTOP8 Series User manual

100 Continental Drive, Columbus, Wisconsin 53925 USA
[phone] | www.PowerGistics.com
REV B
OWNER’S MANUAL
DESKTOP8 and
DESKTOP8USB
DESKTOP8
DESKTOP8 USB

DESKTOP8
DESKTOP8 USB
USB Tech Specs:
Each USB port has a
current up to 2.1 amps for
sleep and charge. Ideal
for Chromebooks, tablets
and other devices with a
maximum power supply of
45W or less.
8 USB-C cables included for
each of the 8 shelves.
10 port USB-A power strip in
the spine. Use the extra ports
to charge multiple items an
any shelf.
Charge time 5-7 hours.
Tech Specs:
10 Outlet Power Strip 120V,
15A Circuit Breaker For
Standard 110V Outlets
Accommodates the power
needs of any device, even the
most robust laptops, with a
fast charge of 2-3 hours.
Includes 2 extra outside of
compartment outlets.

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Please read the warnings below for important safety information regarding your product.
Failure to read these warnings or to follow the instructions below could result in personal
injury or damage to your product that could void its warranty.
• DO NOT PLUG POWERGISTICS TOWERS INTO OTHER TOWERS. MUST BE PLUGGED
DIRECTLY INTO THE WALL OUTLET.
In its unassembled state, small
parts present a hazard.
Ensure that any cables
extending across the oor
to your product are properly
bundled and marked to avoid
tripping or falling which may
lead to personal injury.
This product is intended for
indoor use only. To reduce the
risk of re or electric shock,
do not expose this product to
rain or moisture. The internal
components are not sealed
from the environment.
Read your power strip’s
electrical specications.
Only plug in to devices that
are approved for use with
this power strip. Connect the
supplied power strip directly
to a wall outlet. The socket-
outlet shall be installed near
the equipment and shall be
easily accessible. Do not
connect to another power
strip or use an extension cord.
Unplug when not in use.
Must be assembled by an
adult.
Do not install or use the
electrical components
of this unit during a
lightning storm.
Do not climb on, hang
from or suspend objects
from any components
of your product unless
otherwise specied.
Read the electrical
specications of any
electronic equipment
you are using with your
PowerGistics products.
Failure to read these
specications and
follow their instructions
could result in damage
to your equipment or
personal injury.
WARNINGS WARNINGS
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STEP 1
Remove the
rear cover.
DESKTOP8
Tech Specs:
10 Outlet Power Strip 120V,
15A Circuit Breaker For
Standard 110V Outlets
Install kit includes:
• Zip ties
• Shelf stickers for shelf identication

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STEP 2 Wrap standard power brick using zip tie.
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STEP 3 Insert device on shelf.

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STEP 4
Insert cable end into back compartment and through rear hole.
STEP 5
Insert cable end into back hole of shelf running cable along the
inside of shelf.

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STEP 6
Bring cable end to the front hole of the shelf.
STEP 7 Plug cable into device.

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STEP 8
Secure cable using pinch point on side of shelf.

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STEP 9
Plug in wrapped standard power brick.
STEP 10
Insert wrapped standard power brick into the back compartment.

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STEP 11
Continue cabling
up the rest of the
shelves.
STEP 12
Replace rear cover and
plug into wall outlet.

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Install kit includes:
• Zip ties
• Shelf stickers for shelf identication
STEP 1
Remove the
rear cover.
USB Tech Specs:
Each USB port has a current up to
2.1 amps for sleep and charge. Ideal
for Chromebooks, tablets and other
devices with a maximum power
supply of 45W or less.
DESKTOP8 USB

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STEP 2
Gently bend up the tabs for
wrapping USB cables.

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STEP 4
Feed USB cable
through front
hole on shelf.
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STEP 3
Plug in USB
cable to front
of device.
STEP 5
Feed USB cable through back hole on shelf and top hole of
rear cable compartment.

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STEP 6 Wrap USB cable around tabs and plug into power strip.
Note: You may need to wrap more than 1 USB cable around a
single tab.
STEP 7
Secure USB cable
using pinch point
on side of shelf.

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STEP 8
Continue
feeding cords
through for
each shelf until
complete.
STEP 9
Plug into wall outlet and turn on
using USB power strip switch.
Replace rear cover.

100 Continental Drive, Columbus, Wisconsin 53925 USA
[phone] | www.PowerGistics.com
PWRG 1156 DESKTOP8/DESKTOP8USB OWNER MANUAL REV B 2023
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